James L. Abbott Law Blog

Filing Disability Claims for Children

Friday, December 17, 2010 by James L. Abbott

To apply for disability benefits for a child, you must complete an application for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) as well as a Child Disability Report. ... Read More

Posted at 10:35 AM | PERMALINK

Topic: Social Security

Understanding SSD Medical Exams and Disability Laws

Friday, December 17, 2010 by James L. Abbott

Per disability law, after an applicant files for Social Security disability, the case is transferred to state DDS, or disability determination services. An examiner will then begin the process of gathering records for the purpose of making a decision on the applicant's eligibility to receive benefits.... Read More

Posted at 10:22 AM | PERMALINK

Topic: Social Security

Requests for Reconsideration and Hearings Before a Judge

Friday, December 3, 2010 by James L. Abbott

A request for reconsideration is the first level of appeal. To have your case reconsidered you need to contact the SSA and ask that your case be reconsidered.... Read More

Posted at 09:08 AM | PERMALINK

Topic: Social Security

Disabilities Covered by SSD

Thursday, October 21, 2010 by James L. Abbott

SSDI covers a wide swath of workers who are disabled, as well as disabled widows/widowers, and disabled adult children of workers. Learn the benefits available for physical disabilities.... Read More

Posted at 13:46 PM | PERMALINK

Topic: Social Security

Applying for SSD or SSI benefits

Monday, August 9, 2010 by James L. Abbott

The paperwork involved in applying for SSD or SSI benefits can be overwhelming. Houston disability lawyers review the basic steps involved.... Read More

Posted at 14:52 PM | PERMALINK

Topic: Social Security

Disability Claims and Mistakes to Avoid

Friday, July 2, 2010 by James L. Abbott

The application for Social Security disability can be complex and confusing. Disability lawyer in Texas explains the mistakes to avoid.... Read More

Posted at 12:17 PM | PERMALINK

Topic: Social Security

Requests for Reconsideration and Hearings before a Judge

Tuesday, June 22, 2010 by James L. Abbott

If you have been denied a Social Security claim, you have the right to have your claim reconsidered as a Texas disability attorney explains the process.... Read More

Posted at 16:31 PM | PERMALINK

Topic: Social Security

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